Take it from the Iron Woman - Trailer

In the heart of IHUND, a small village with a big story, a quiet revolution began in 2020. Thirty-four women, led by the determined and visionary Agnes "Nyango" Maledy, came together to challenge the status quo. They founded Femme Rural, a cooperative that dared to pioneer in the male-dominated world of cocoa farming. But their journey didn’t stop there.Supported by LadyAgri, Femme Rural receives tailored mentoring and coaching to build their capacity, along with a financial guarantee that has opened the doors to credit and financial services. This support has been a gamechanger, allowing the cooperative to secure resources, invest in their operations, and grow their collective impact.From a founding group of 34, the cooperative now boasts 82 members. They’ve achieved milestones once thought impossible: opening a bank account in the cooperative’s name, securing land ownership, and building a collective spirit that has transformed their lives.In this episode, you’ll meet women like Béatrice and Agathe, whose j